Harry Potter debut, sisterhood trolley tour and more things to do in Philly this weekend

Do you have time off for Presidents Day? Go to the museum
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Harry Potter: The Exhibition Photo credit The Franklin Institute

PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — This weekend on The KYW To-Do List: Visit the long-anticipated Wizarding World in Philly’s own backyard, hop aboard the Sisterhood Sit-In Trolley Tour in Fishtown to support Black- and women-owned businesses, or raise a glass to anti-love anthems in South Philly.

East Passyunk Opera Project Love Notes 2.0
East Passyunk Opera Project Love Notes 2.0 Photo credit Colin M. Lenton

EVENT: Love Notes 2.0… Sour Notes

DATE/TIME: Live show on Saturday, 7 and 9:30 p.m.; virtual show available through Feb. 24

WHERE: Society Hill Dance Academy, 1919 E. Passyunk Ave., South Philadelphia

DETAILS: Love Notes is back and with special in-person cabaret performances this year. If you prefer to not get caught get up in all the hearts and roses this time of year brings, this performance may be what you’re looking for.

PRICE: Tickets for live show start at $35; virtual show is $25

EVENT: Third annual Masquerade on the Moshulu

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

WHERE: Moshulu, 401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., Penn’s Landing

DETAILS: Climb aboard the Moshulu for an evening of libations and live music. There will be a jazz band, two DJs and three different dance floors.

PRICE: $20

EVENT: Liberty Flea Market

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WHERE: BOK, 1901 S. Ninth St., South Philadelphia

DETAILS: Shop for antiques, furniture, vintage clothing and more at Liberty Flea, a collection of artisan and vintage vendors in the Philadelphia area.

PRICE: $5 for admission

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EVENT: Sisterhood Sit-in: The Trolley Tour

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 3 to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Meet at Harriett’s Bookshop, 258 E. Girard Ave., Fishtown

DETAILS: Roughly 40% of businesses owned by Black women did not make it into 2022, but Jeannine Cook, owner of Harriett’s Bookshop, believes we can do something to change that. This tour starts at the bookshop and the trolley continues on to Franny Lou’s Porch and three other Black- and women-owned businesses.

PRICE: $50 with RSVP

EVENT: Dancin’ in the Streets: The Music of Motown

DATE: Friday through Sunday

WHERE: Kimmel Center for Performing Arts, 300 S. Broad St., Center City

DETAILS: Philly POPS takes on Motown for a weekend of timeless hits from Marvin Gaye to Stevie Wonder.

PRICE: Tickets start at $45

Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Harry Potter: The Exhibition Photo credit Courtesy of The Franklin Institute

EVENT: Harry Potter: The Exhibition

DATE: Debuts Friday

WHERE: The Franklin Institute, 222 North 20th St., Logan Square

DETAILS: Attention Potterheads and muggles alike: The Wizarding World is now in Philadelphia. Potter fans can anticipate the latest innovations in immersive design and technology. Authentic props and original costumes from the films will also be featured.

PRICE: Ticket prices vary based on time of day

EVENT: Winterfest Weekend

DATE/TIME: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

WHERE: Elmwood Park Zoo, 1661 Harding Blvd., Norristown

DETAILS: Elmwood Park Zoo’s second annual Winterfest weekend is here with winter-themed activities for all ages. There will be an ice slide, s’mores, carousel rides and more.

PRICE: Free and only open to members

The National Constitution Center
The National Constitution Center Photo credit Holli Stephens/KYW Newsradio

EVENT: Presidents Day Weekend

DATE: Saturday through Monday

WHERE: National Constitution Center, 525 Arch St., Old City

DETAILS: Spend Presidents Day weekend with the museum for special programming like a portrait challenge, scholar talks, a costume contest and more.

PRICE: $10 for adults, $7.50 for youth; free admission on Monday

EVENT: Presidents Day weekend at the Museum

DATE: Saturday through Monday

WHERE: Museum of the American Revolution, 101 S. Third St., Old City

DETAILS: Throughout Presidents Day weekend, guests can take part in special presentations, performances, family-friendly crafts and more. There will be both in-person and online activities.

PRICE: $19 for adults, $13 for youth

Featured Image Photo Credit: The Franklin Institute